Corporate Strategy Associate Intern 2027

Cargill•Wayzata, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Corporate Strategy Associate Intern at Cargill, you will work with the Corporate Strategy team and senior leadership to develop actionable strategy and execute transformative initiatives across Cargill businesses. The role combines problem-solving and strategic thinking with communication, stakeholder management, and project workstream management. Working as a trusted internal consultant, you will partner with Cargill leadership to set the company’s strategic direction and support sustained, profitable growth in the global Food & Agriculture industry. Potential projects include evaluating market-entry opportunities, developing new business models, and defining long-term corporate strategy in response to industry trends and global issues such as food security, resource scarcity, climate change, global trade flows, and new technologies. The internship is paid and lasts 10 weeks during the summer of 2027. The position is based in Wayzata, Minnesota, and requires onsite work four days per week. Interns are responsible for their day-to-day transportation to and from work. Interns can take part in volunteer and community outreach opportunities, receive paid time off for volunteer activities, and are encouraged to attend leadership, development, and networking events with cross-functional interns across the U.S.

Requirements

Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university with academic excellence, or equivalent experience.
Currently pursuing an MBA or relevant master’s degree, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
Experience in strategy development across growth and transformation topics.
Strong knowledge of financial modeling and corporate finance.
At least four years of related work experience.
Ability to work onsite four days a week in Wayzata, Minnesota, throughout a 10-week summer 2027 internship.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.
Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Two to three or more years of experience at top-tier consulting firms and a strong performance track record.
Experience in the agricultural, food, or commodities sectors.
Ability to travel, potentially up to 20%, depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

Structure complex business problems; conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis; synthesize findings; and recommend solutions.
Communicate and present complex ideas clearly and concisely to senior leaders.
Develop trust-based relationships with stakeholders across businesses, including senior executives, commercial teams, and functional teams.
Independently lead project workstreams and ensure timely delivery of milestones and high-quality outputs.
Coach and mentor junior colleagues, supporting their professional development and productive team dynamics.
Contribute to strategy development and transformative initiatives, potentially including market-entry evaluation, new business models, and long-term corporate strategy.